Reports To: Director of Facility Services Terms of Employment: Permanent, 12 Month Position Nature of Work Under general supervision, performs semi-skilled carpentry tasks in an effort to ensure the safe and efficient operation of fixtures, apparatus, and other elements in the trade area and to properly maintain and repair school facilities. Examples of work include building and repairing frameworks, supports, and simple wooden articles. Work also includes repairing roofs and ceilings, doors, walls, cabinets, furniture, and floor tiles. Work involves performing potentially hazardous tasks such as erecting scaffolds and ladders. Reports Carpenter Supervisor and Director of Facility Services. Qualifications and Licensure • High school diploma or equivalent, and • 5 years job experience related to nature of work, and/or • Equivalent combination of education and work experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities • Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver’s License • Must maintain a safe driving record • Thorough knowledge of the common practices, tools and terminology of the carpentry trade • General knowledge of the use and characteristics of common building materials • Thorough knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions associated with assigned trade Duties and Responsibilities • Serves as senior trades worker in carpentry work in school buildings and facilities. • Performs rough and finished carpentry. • Builds shelving and cabinets. • Installs, maintains, and repairs structure and equipment such as doors, door locks, windows, roofs, walls, floors, benches, desks, chairs, and fences. • Performs routine locksmith duties. • Installs and repairs drop and regular ceilings. • Performs routine and special tile work. • Renovates modular rooms and buildings including walls, counters, landings, rails, steps, etc. • Responds to special and emergency safety and security needs involving locks, panic bars, closers, door and window repairs and replacement, etc. • Assists in the repair of drywall and moving or altering of not-load bearing walls. • Uses a variety of standard and specialized tools, saws and equipment. • Prepares reports, work orders, timesheets, logs, and records as required. • Designs projects, estimate material needs and purchase materials. • Displays a general working knowledge of the departments work order system and the document flow associated with that system. • Assists other trades as necessary. • Performs all other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Physical Requirements (if applicable) • Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including table saws, radial arm saws, and drill presses, hammers, saws, planers, ladders, tape measures, levels, etc. • Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle (i.e., tractors, bobcats). • Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. • Requires the ability to climb and maneuver on ladders, scaffolding, and/or in tight spaces. Special Requirements (if applicable) • Skill in the use and care of tools and equipment. • Ability to draw and work from sketches, drawings, plans or specifications. • Ability to follow and issue oral and written instructions. • Ability to estimate needed materials and time required for various jobs. • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with building staff and associates. DISCLAIMER The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees of this job.
See More Details >>Reports To: Director of Facility ServicesTerms of Employment: Permanent, 12 Month PositionNature of Work Under general supervision, performs skilled carpentry work and provides leadership in the repair, alteration and construction of wooden, metal and masonry structures. Work involves performing potentially hazardous tasks such as erecting scaffolds and ladders. Assignments are received in the form of written work orders. The employee is expected to develop and initiate work methods. Most work problems are solved personally or by guiding subordinates in developing a solution. Employee must exercise independent judgment and initiative in performing assigned duties. Employee must also exercise tact and courtesy in contacts with supervisory and various school officials. Reports to the Carpenter Supervisor and Director of Facility Services.Qualifications and Licensure High school diploma or equivalent, and 5 years job experience related to nature of work, and/or Equivalent combination of education and work experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver's License Must maintain a safe driving record Thorough knowledge of the common practices, tools and terminology of the carpentry trade General knowledge of the use and characteristics of common building materials Thorough knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions associated with assigned trade Duties and Responsibilities Coordinates work flow and provides on-the-job training for subordinate personnel. Determines type and amount of materials needed. Provides assistance in planning and designing work necessary for construction and renovation projects. Erects, moves, and works from scaffolding and ladders; attends to the need for safety precautions. Performs skilled roof, ceiling, and door and door hardware functions. Repairs drywall and moves or makes alterations to walls. Makes and repairs cabinets. Repairs furniture. Replaces floor tile. Installs and repairs glass, as needed. Cleans and maintains equipment, tools and supplies. Performs fire extinguisher inspections and replacements, locker repairs and lock and key worker. Requests, maintains, and is responsible for the inventory and accountability of material, tools, repair parts and equipment assigned and is issued for use. Inventories all tools and equipment quarterly and submits results to the supervisor. Exhibits knowledge of all department operating procedures to include but not limited to work order procedures, credit card procedures, and other departmental procedures developed and implemented. Performs all other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Physical Requirements (if applicable) Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including table saws, radial arm saws, and drill presses, hammers, saws, planers, ladders, tape measures, levels, etc. Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle (i.e., tractors, bobcats). Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Requires the ability to climb and maneuver on ladders, scaffolding, and/or in tight spaces. Special Requirements (if applicable) Considerable knowledge of the standard methods, materials and equipment employed in carpentry work. General knowledge of the principles of supervision, organization and administration. General knowledge of the occupational hazards of building trades work and the associated safety precautions. Requires the ability to read a variety of correspondence, reports, blueprints, work orders, invoices, etc. Requires the ability to prepare correspondence, evaluations, reports, forms, etc. Requires the ability to speak to people with poise, voice control and confidence. DISCLAIMER The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees of this job.
See More Details >>Maintenance Professional Role The selected candidate will perform minor repairs such as carpentry, painting, and drywall repair. They will also maintain cleanliness and orderliness of designated areas, storage rooms, and equipment. Effective communication with property management staff, residents, and contractors is essential for coordinating tasks.
See More Details >>Becoming a carpenter typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 352,779 carpenters nationwide, with a projected 8% job growth from 2020 to 2030. In Wilson, NC, apprentices earn an average of $500 per week, with an annual overtime average of $4,700. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like the North Carolina State Council of Carpenters help aspiring carpenters find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $83,000 annually for experienced professionals.
